Towards a National Code for Wind Energy Installations: A Roundtable Discussion
Communique
Source: Australian Minister for the Environment and Heritage
"Roundtable endorses need for National Wind Energy Code
Participants at a national roundtable on wind energy have agreed on the need for a National Code for Wind Energy Installations as a ‘matter of priority’, and to form a working group to drive its development.
Representatives of all spheres of government, the wind energy industry, the planning industry, community groups and non-government organisations attended the roundtable, hosted in Canberra today by Minister for the Environment and Heritage, Senator Ian Campbell.
Senator Campbell said participants affirmed the importance of wind power in Australia’s energy mix, but acknowledged that concerns about its potential impact on the landscape and the environment must be addressed if the industry was to enjoy broad community support.
The code would include guidance for wind energy developers on engaging the community, including minimum consultation standards; recognise values of concern to local communities such as wildlife preservation, landscape and amenity; and promote and accommodate community needs in decisions about the siting of wind energy installations."

Energy Efficiency in Government Operations (EEGO) Policy
Source: Australian Greenhouse Office
"Energy Efficiency in Government Operations (EEGO) is an updated version of the Australian Government’s 1997 policy Measures for Improving Energy Efficiency in Commonwealth Operations. The policy requires the preparation of an annual whole-of-government report on the total energy use and estimated greenhouse gas emissions of Australian Government departments and agencies. The reporting process is subject to public scrutiny through tabling of the report in Parliament."

Victoria - The Key to Discovering Victoria's New Public Transport Ticketing
System
Source: Victoria. Minister for Transport
"Victorians had a glimpse into the future with the unveiling of the new look public transport ticketing system today.
Transport Minister Peter Batchelor said the smartcard-based ticketing system, which will be rolled out across Victoria next year, will be named myki - pronounced "my key".
"myki will open the door to a new era in public transport - giving Victorians a world-class ticketing system."

Climate Change and Greenhouse Emissions Reduction Bill - Draft for Public Comment Expanatory Paper and Request for Comment
Source: South Australian Government
"South Australia will become the first State in the nation – and one of only a few places in the world – to enshrine a cut in greenhouse gas emissions in legislation. The national first Climate Change and Greenhouse Emissions Reduction Bill, which is being released for public consultation today, will commit the State to a target of reducing greenhouse gases by 60 per cent of 1990 levels by 2050. Written submissions are sought on your ideas and views about the draft Bill. The public consultation period closes at 5.00pm on Friday 29 September 2006."

Climate Change and Greenhouse Emissions Reduction Bill - Draft for Public Comment
Source: South Australian Government
" Premier Mike Rann has released Australia’s first draft Climate Change and Greenhouse Emissions Reduction Bill 2006 for a period of three months public consultation. This ground-breaking draft Bill sets an ambitious target to reduce the State’s greenhouse gas emissions by 60 per cent of 1990 levels by 2050.
Written submissions are sought on your ideas and views about the draft Bill. The public consultation period closes at 5.00pm on Friday 29 September 2006. "

Our Environment, Out Future- Sustainability Action Statement 2006
Source: Victoria. Department of Sustainability and Environment
"Victorian Government released Our Environment, Our Future - Sustainability Action Statement 2006, a $200 million package of 150 priority sustainability initiatives to secure a sustainable state for future generations of Victorians.
The goal of the Sustainability Action Statement 2006 is to make Victoria a sustainable state by:
Responding to the challenge of climate change
Maintaining and restoring our natural assets
Using our resources more efficiently
Reducing our everyday environmental impacts
Government leadership"

Western Australian Biotechnology Industry Development Strategy
Source: Western Australia. Department of Industry and Resources
"Key Strategic Directions of the Strategy include:
1. Building Capacity:
Bringing together Western Australian expertise and infrastructure to build critical mass
2. Building Capability:
Strengthening and focussing Western Australia’s capabilities in biotechnology innovation, commercialisation and research and development
3. Going Global :
Raising Western Australia’s profile on the world biotechnology map
4. Building Understanding:
Identifying, assessing and raising awareness of Biotechnology’s costs and benefits "

Liberal Party Policies for the 2006 Victorian Election
Source: Victorian Liberal Party
"Liberal Party Victorian Division 2006 Election Policies"

Energy Efficiency for Victoria Action Plan
Source: Sustainability Victoria
"The Energy Efficiency for Victoria Action Plan sets out a comprehensive program of Government action to drive improvements in energy efficiency and greenhouse gas abatement. It also establishes the context for action - detailing where Victoria stands today and the opportunities and challenges with respect to energy efficiency - and outlines the Government's broad objectives and strategies."

Assessment of Greenhouse Gas Abatement from Wind Farms in Victoria
Source: Report for Sustainability Victoria
"A new report shows wind is an effective way for Victoria to cut greenhouse gas emissions associated with electricity generation. The independent study by McLennan Magasanik Associates quantifies how much fossil fuel generation is displaced by Victorian wind farms."

Tasmanian Biosecurity Policy & Draft Implementation Strategy
Source: Tasmanian. Dept of Primary Industries and Water
"Biosecurity is the protection of industries, the environment and public well being, health, amenity and safety from the negative impacts of pests, diseases, and weeds. Tasmania's biosecurity policy objective is to protect and enhance Tasmania's biosecurity status for the benefit of Tasmania's industries, environment and public well being, health, amenity and safety. The draft implementation strategy for Tasmania's Biosecurity Policy is seen as a whole-of-government framework within which biosecurity issues in Tasmania can be addressed in the most efficient and effective way. Co-ordination of biosecurity activities across Tasmania is seen as vital in optimising resources and in, not only maintaining, but also building on the State's strong biosecurity status. The draft implementation strategy is based on transparency, consistency, and scientific principles as is Tasmania's biosecurity policy. "